Flash_1 has become the new coach of the Team Spirit Academy
Alexey Mikhailov
The esports organization Team Spirit has announced the appointment of Vladislav “Flash_1” Bykov as head coach of its Counter-Strike 2 youth team. The news was shared on the club’s Telegram channel.
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Introducing the new head coach of Team Spirit Academy
Previously leading the TSA Black roster, Vladislav is moving on to a new phase within the Team Spirit organization.
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Team Spirit Academy Roster
- Vladimir “mazay” Yorgachev
- Kirill “Kiryasoo” Solovkov
- Yuri “kidofpain” Sokol
- Vitaly “VILBy” Zakharuta
- Nikita “s1nside” Besedin
- Vladislav “Flash_1” Bykov
Earlier, Team Spirit defeated 9z Team 2-0 in the third round of the second stage of the IEM Cologne Major 2026 and advanced to the main stage of the tournament. In their next match, the team will face Natus Vincere—their match is scheduled for tomorrow, June 11, at 7:30 p.m. Moscow time.
Photo — Team Spirit.
Alexey Mikhailov
